Introduction to the Internet

For the internet novice, this manual cover the basics of the internet.  Choose either Internet Explorer 6 or the new Internet Explorer 7.

· A brief history of the internet

· How to access the internet

· Internet basics

· Using search engines

· Printing, saving and downloading.

· Internet Security

Introduction to Email

For new or almost new users of email, this manual walks the student through setting up a free MSN Hotmail email account and shows them what to do with it.

· Email basics

· Hotmail options

· Compose and send an email

· Receive email

· Manage your messages

· Attachments

· Contact Lists

Introduction to Yahoo!Mail

An alternative to using Hotmail, this manual walks through setting up a free Yahoo!Mail email account and shows how to manage it.

· Email basics

· Compose and send an email

· Receive email

· Using Folders

· Attachments

· Using the Address Book

· Other options

Introduction to the Internet and Email

A combined version of the two popular manuals Introduction to the Internet and Introduction to E-Mail.   Teaches students the basics of the Internet and how to use Search Engines as well as walking them through setting up a Hotmail e-mail account.  This manual covers both topics in 3 hours.

· A brief history of the internet

· How to access the internet

· Internet basics

· Using search engines

· E-mail basics

· Hotmail options

· Compose and send an email

· Receive Mail

Computer Savvy Seniors

Versions 97, XP, Office 2007

A unique curriculum for the over-55 computer novice.  This manual is written for a 10 session class that meets for 3 hours each session.  A comprehensive program to get a computer novice comfortable with using their computer. The class is  slow paced with lots of review and exercises.  In class exercises as well as take home exercises are included, as well as a final class evaluation. 

· Lesson 1: Introduction to Computers

· Lesson 2: Windows

· Lesson 3: Windows Help

· Lesson 4: Files, Folders, and Other Objects

· Lesson 5: Programs

· Lesson 6: File Management

· Lesson 7: The Recycle Bin

· Lesson 8: Other Windows Features

· Lesson 9: Word Processing

· Lesson 10: The Internet

Digital Picture Basics

Versions 2.1, 2.5

Using Picasa, a free download from Google, learn how to download, organize, and edit your digital pictures.  Picasa is a simple program to use with fun editing tools and easy organizing tools for the novice to intermediate level user.

· Digital camera basics

· Downloading photos

· Organize your pictures

· Edit your pictures

· Printing and sharing pictures

· Other features, including gift CDs

· Backing up your pictures

Introduction to Quicken

Learn the basics of Quicken (version 2006).  This manual is for the novice user and will teach the basics of how to set up and manage personal banking, cash, and credit accounts.

· Quicken definitions

· Setting up accounts

· Entering transactions

· Using categories

· Reconciling accounts

· Scheduling transactions

· Transferring money

· Reports and graphs

· Backing up data

· Using Quicken help

WinWay Resume Deluxe

Use templates and samples to create your resume and other business letters.  Keep track of contacts as you progress through your job search.  Use the video presentations to practice for interviews and get tips about the job search process.

· Resume Wizard  

· Edit Resume Text           

· Audit Your Resume        

· Letters      

· Format Changes

· Save and Send

· Contacts   

· Envelopes            

· Video Help